Abstract: Disclosed is a reciprocating pneumatic tool that includes a retainer mechanism for preventing the piston from freely exiting the barrel of the tool when the retaining sleeve and workpiece are removed. The retainer mechanism does not interfere with the functional operation of t...

Abstract: The invention is a pneumatic impact hammer in which the vibrations created in the motor portion of the tool are substantially reduced prior to reaching the tool's handle portion. The motor portion is allowed to move relative to the tool's handle portion and is located within a...

Abstract: The invention is a safety mechanism for an air-powered tool. The mechanism senses the position of the tool's implement retainer and disables the air flow to the tool's motor if the retainer is not in its locked position. The mechanism employs a pushrod that has one end adapted ...

Abstract: A retainer for a pneumatic tool and assembly therefor is disclosed. The retainer includes a tool body having an internal surface defining a bore and an external surface having a threaded portion. A retainer cap is used with the tool body and includes an internal surface having...

Abstract: Disclosed is a reciprocating pneumatic tool that includes a retainer mechanism for preventing the piston from freely exiting the barrel of the tool when the retaining sleeve and workpiece are removed. The retainer mechanism does not interfere with the functional operation of t...